Theosophical Order of Service, USAhttp://www.theoservice.org
"A union of those who love for the service of all who suffer"
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<div class="field field-name-field-image-above field-type-image field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><figure class="clearfix field-item even"><a href="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/projects/redbank%20study%20group_0.jpeg" title="Healing and Helping the Homeless" class="colorbox" data-colorbox-gallery="gallery-node-2030-OP7CjOKzgrk" data-cbox-img-attrs="{&quot;title&quot;: &quot;&quot;, &quot;alt&quot;: &quot;&quot;}"><img class="image-style-none" src="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/projects/redbank%20study%20group_0.jpeg" width="3767" height="3014" alt="" title="" /></a></figure></div></div><span class="submitted-by">January 23, 2019</span><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>The Red Bank Study Group in New Jersey was looking for various ways to include service in their program. After viewing the instructional video of the healing ritual, it was decided to perform the healing ritual two times a month. Transcripts of the ritual were sent to the group leader and the ritual is now a regular part of their meetings.</p>
<p>Feedback about the ritual was very positive. After performing it, members have mentioned how much more relaxed they feel. Here are some observations from Red Bank’s group leader:</p>
<blockquote><p>I've noticed a commitment to the meditation that wasn't there before. We have 5-8 people participating. During the meditation the energy is getting stronger and we do it in the same place every week. One participant said that with all the stress she has in her life she feels more centered and is able to deal with things which would have sent her spiraling. Another said she didn't know why, but she is "called" to come and doesn't want to miss it. She also stated it helps her focus on others rather than her own issues. For myself, I am able to meet obstacles with more equanimity than I did before. It gives us all a feeling that we are doing something to help those whose name we place in the chalice and to bring positive energy into the world. I thank you for giving us this opportunity to help and heal. The ritual itself is beautiful and we hope to continue to "ease the pain and suffering in the world."</p>
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<p>If your study group, branch or lodge is interested in starting a healing group, please let us know. Information can be obtained at info@theoservice.org.</p>
<p>With the cold weather impacting us nationally, the Red Bank Study Group also put together bundles for the homeless after one of their meetings. Hats, scarves, gloves, and various other items were collected and parceled in plastic bags and distributed to various homeless people in New York City. Such work, while simple, is an act of kindness that can go a long way.</p>
<p>Creating parcels for the homeless can be a way for members to get together for a common activity. Together members decide what they would like to include, shop for the items, decide where and when to distribute the parcels, and enjoy putting them together. It is an easy activity, but one that helps those who often have nothing. Some homeless people suffer from substance abuse so offering money is not always a good option.</p>
<p>Way to go Red Bank! Thank for your service!</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-image-below field-type-image field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><figure class="clearfix field-item even"><a href="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/projects/healing%20group.jpeg" title="Healing and Helping the Homeless" class="colorbox" data-colorbox-gallery="gallery-node-2030-OP7CjOKzgrk" data-cbox-img-attrs="{&quot;title&quot;: &quot;&quot;, &quot;alt&quot;: &quot;&quot;}"><img class="image-style-none" src="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/projects/healing%20group.jpeg" width="640" height="480" alt="" title="" /></a></figure></div></div>Thu, 24 Jan 2019 02:33:49 +0000jason2030 at http://www.theoservice.orgAdyar Theosophical Academyhttp://www.theoservice.org/news/adyar-theosophical-academy
<div class="field field-name-field-image-above field-type-image field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><figure class="clearfix field-item even"><a href="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/news/TPH%20building_0.jpg" title="Adyar Theosophical Academy" class="colorbox" data-colorbox-gallery="gallery-node-2029-OP7CjOKzgrk" data-cbox-img-attrs="{&quot;title&quot;: &quot;&quot;, &quot;alt&quot;: &quot;&quot;}"><img class="image-style-none" src="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/news/TPH%20building_0.jpg" width="875" height="700" alt="" title="" /></a></figure></div></div><span class="submitted-by">January 23, 2019</span><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Nelson Mandela is quoted as saying that education is the most powerful way to change the world. Such a statement cannot be truer. Education changes the way we think and has the potential to change the way we live. However, education that helps a child to have a healthy loving relationship with themselves and the world around them, in other words, a theosophical education, can do nothing but change the world for the better. One of the greatest challenges we have today on the planet is humankind’s inability to understand the need for relationship. Not just with one another, but with every living creature.</p>
<p>Starting in June of this year, the Theosophical Society in Adyar will open the Adyar Theosophical Academy (ATA). It will draw expertise and experience from Vic Hao Chin, Jr., founder and chairman of the <a href="http://www.theosophy.ph/goldenlinkcollege.html">Golden Link College in the Philippines</a>. The ATA’s vision is “to educate and raise children to become competent, well-balanced, emotionally mature, socially responsible, morally upright, and spiritually sensitive individuals” while also providing them academic excellence so students are prepared to take the Indian School Certificate Examination (ISCE).</p>
<p>ATA will start with classes in lower kindergarten (LKG) to Grade 2 and will not have more than twenty students in each class. The language of instruction will be in English and the academy will be housed in the building that was the Theosophical Publishing House in Besant Gardens. Keeping in line with the first Object, all children will be welcomed and the academy intends to do away with many of the societal labels as well as the distinction made due to social or economic position.</p>
<p>The Academy is looking for committed individuals who love being with children and have a passion for exploring innovative and creative ways of learning to create their faculty for the academy. This would be a great experience for anyone looking to explore a career in the education field and for teachers desiring to teach abroad. For more information contact the Academy at <strong>infoadyarta@gmail.com</strong>.</p>
</div></div></div>Thu, 24 Jan 2019 02:31:43 +0000jason2029 at http://www.theoservice.orgGood Wishes and Housekeepinghttp://www.theoservice.org/presidentsdesk/good-wishes-and-housekeeping
<div class="field field-name-field-image-above field-type-image field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><figure class="clearfix field-item even"><a href="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/presidentsblog/US%20delegation%20Adyar.jpg" title="Good Wishes and Housekeeping" class="colorbox" data-colorbox-gallery="gallery-node-2028-OP7CjOKzgrk" data-cbox-img-attrs="{&quot;title&quot;: &quot;&quot;, &quot;alt&quot;: &quot;&quot;}"><img class="image-style-none" src="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/presidentsblog/US%20delegation%20Adyar.jpg" width="486" height="389" alt="" title="" /></a></figure></div></div><span class="submitted-by">January 23, 2019</span><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>I would like to wish everyone a joyful new year. From the photo, you can see that a few of us from the US were in India over the holidays attending the international convention. As always, the international convention is like a family reunion. (Not too different from our national summer convention at Olcott!) It was wonderful to spend some time with TOS International Secretary Nancy Secrest who is now living in Adyar working as international treasurer. Kathy Gann, who is standing next to Nancy, visited Adyar and India for the first time as did Christopher Dixon, TSA’s chief of staff.</p>
<p>Traveling with others often allows us to see the world through different eyes. Especially when it is a new experience for them. I lived in Adyar for six years and have travelled to India several times. But I never tire of visiting Adyar. My heart is there. The energy from those of the past who lived and worked there, dedicating their every moment to the movement, remains. There is a solidity, a stillness, and a serenity which remains vibrant. It was lovely to watch my traveling companions bear witness to this and soak it in as I do with every visit.</p>
<p>As we start the new year, <strong><em>I would first like to thank all of you who generously donated to the TOS through our annual fund drive</em></strong>. It is such an honor to work for an organization like ours that is supported by such loving inspiring people. As Gibran said “Work is love made visible” and for many of us, our work is to relieve the suffering in the world through one act of kindness after another. Those acts of kindness are manifested in different ways. Sometimes it is through donations of money, sometimes it is through the donation of time. But whatever we can do to help another, we must do without question. This is the only way universality can be achieved.</p>
<p>Some of you may have noticed when sending in your donations that we have a new address and a new person acknowledging your donation. In August of last year, Jason Shreeram, took over as our treasurer from Betty Bland who decided to retire. (The mailing address for donations changes depending on who takes the office.) <strong>Please note this change of address! </strong>Our new mailing address is:</p>
<p align="center"><strong>Theosophical Order of Service<br />
PO Box 8034<br />
Elburn, IL 60119</strong></p>
<p>We are also glad to announce that we will soon be offering the ability to donate on a monthly basis versus a lump sum at the end of the year. Recurring donations tend to be much easier for people because once it is set up, you no longer need to worry about writing out a check! We look forward to having this in place very soon.</p>
<p>May loving kindness surround you.<br />
Ananya</p>
</div></div></div>Thu, 24 Jan 2019 02:29:32 +0000jason2028 at http://www.theoservice.orgTheosophical Order of Service 2007 Commemorative Issuehttp://www.theoservice.org/resources/book/theosophical-order-service-2007-commemorative-issue
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>A brief history of the Theosophical Order of Service USA.</p>
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<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><h2>TOS-US Webinar Series</h2>
<p><em>by Ananya Sri Ram Rajan</em></p>
<p>The Theosophical Order of Service is presenting a new webinar series called The Art of Living. Please join us this Sunday, December 2 at 4 pm CST. Participation is free. To join or for more information please email us at <a href="mailto:info@theoservice.org">info@theoservice.org</a>.</p>
<p>This free interactive webinar will discuss the topics of conditioning, self-love, active listening, and compassion and how these aspects of ourselves are necessary to observe in order to enhance our own sense of being in the world.</p>
<p>The series started September 2 and will meet again December 2 at 4 pm CST. Recordings of the previous two webinars are available.</p>
<h3>September 2018</h3>
<p><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7CNrZ5pobX0" width="560"></iframe></p>
<h3>October 2018</h3>
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<h3>November 2018</h3>
<p><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/e1T4yGT8DuY" width="560"></iframe></p>
<h3>December 2018</h3>
<p>Please join us this Sunday, December 2!</p>
</div></div></div>Sat, 01 Dec 2018 04:37:06 +0000jason2026 at http://www.theoservice.orgHow Not to Die: Book Giveawayhttp://www.theoservice.org/news/how-not-die-book-giveaway
<div class="field field-name-field-image-above field-type-image field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><figure class="clearfix field-item even"><a href="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/news/How%20not%20to%20Die%20book%20cover%20edit_0.jpg" title="How Not to Die: Book Giveaway" class="colorbox" data-colorbox-gallery="gallery-node-2025-OP7CjOKzgrk" data-cbox-img-attrs="{&quot;title&quot;: &quot;&quot;, &quot;alt&quot;: &quot;&quot;}"><img class="image-style-none" src="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/news/How%20not%20to%20Die%20book%20cover%20edit_0.jpg" width="625" height="500" alt="" title="" /></a></figure></div></div><span class="submitted-by">October 10, 2018</span><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>The saying “health is wealth” cannot ring truer when the cost of healthcare in the US is often unaffordable for many Americans. According to the findings of the Commonwealth Fund ACA Tracking Survey (www.commonwealthfund.org), “the uninsured rates among lower-income adults rose from 20.9 percent in 2016 to 25.7 percent in March 2018.” When people do not have insurance, medical needs are often unmet sometimes putting their own health in greater danger. Aside from the cost of healthcare, there is also the issue that in the US, 1/3 of the adult population suffer from obesity while 1 in 6 children suffer the same. Obesity, it is said, is linked to 60 different chronic diseases. (<a href="http://www.healthline.com/">www.healthline.com</a>)</p>
<p>In effort to provide education on diet, health, and sustainability for the planet, the TOS has been supporting the book and DVD giveaway project of Miles Standish, who for many years now, has given away free copies of the <em>China Study</em>, <em>Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret</em>, and <em>Peaceable Kingdom: The Journey Home.</em> This project still continues due to its popularity. Fortunately for many, this project inspired another TS member and TOS supporter.</p>
<p>Earlier this year, Ricardo Basurto, from the Miami-Dade Study Group and the Florida Federation, began a similar project to give away copies of Dr. Michael Greger’s book <em>How Not to Die: Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease</em>. The book is available in English and Spanish and is popular among many readers. For more information or to obtain a copy, please email Ricardo at <a href="mailto:rbasurto2@gmail.com">rbasurto2@gmail.com</a>.</p>
<p>The TOS would like to thank Ricardo for his generosity and his continual support of the Theosophical Order of Service and its work.</p>
</div></div></div>Thu, 11 Oct 2018 01:18:10 +0000jason2025 at http://www.theoservice.orgGreetings from TOS Detroit!http://www.theoservice.org/projects/greetings-tos-detroit
<div class="field field-name-field-image-above field-type-image field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><figure class="clearfix field-item even"><a href="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/projects/Mary%20Jo%20and%20Kate%20edit.jpg" title="Greetings from TOS Detroit!" class="colorbox" data-colorbox-gallery="gallery-node-2024-OP7CjOKzgrk" data-cbox-img-attrs="{&quot;title&quot;: &quot;&quot;, &quot;alt&quot;: &quot;&quot;}"><img class="image-style-none" src="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/projects/Mary%20Jo%20and%20Kate%20edit.jpg" width="1800" height="1440" alt="" title="" /></a></figure></div></div><span class="submitted-by">October 9, 2018</span><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>On August 29th, 2018 Several members of TOS Detroit delivered clothes for and received a tour of The Grace Centers of Hope Shelter for Women and Children in Pontiac, MI. The warm welcome was facilitated by Olivia the Volunteer and event coordinator of Grace Centers. Olivia was happily surprised by the gracious donation of clothes purchased by TOS Detroit and funded in partnership with TOS.</p>
<p>This center is built on the facet to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children whose lives have been torn apart by poverty and the drug addiction of their mothers. This center focuses on helping mothers get back into society with sobriety and enriches their lives with the ability to earn GED's with help on financial education. Many of the mothers receive help in creating a resume and how to’s in interviews so that they may land a job. All of the women who stay here are literally starting from the bottom and working their way back into society. With the help of Grace Centers of Hope they have a chance at success and stable housing outside of the shelter. The goal is to give them the tools they need to live a responsible, productive life free of addiction. The clothes that TOS Detroit and TOS were able to provide went to the 30 children staying in the center with their mothers. </p>
<p>Women and children are the fastest growing segment of the homeless population in Michigan and Pontiac is a city that has been ravaged by poverty and drug addiction for many years. TOS Detroit feels the need to serve with Grace Centers of Hope in the coming months so that the children will have a holiday to look forward to. We believe that this donation was a huge success and we would like to continue to invest our time and efforts with this center. We at TOS Detroit thank the TOS Main Chapter for the support and guidance to continue our efforts to serve our community. </p>
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<p>Thank you,</p>
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<p>TOS DETROIT </p>
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</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-image-below field-type-image field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><figure class="clearfix field-item even"><a href="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/projects/TOS%20Detroit%20Donation%20of%20Clothes.jpg" title="Greetings from TOS Detroit!" class="colorbox" data-colorbox-gallery="gallery-node-2024-OP7CjOKzgrk" data-cbox-img-attrs="{&quot;title&quot;: &quot;&quot;, &quot;alt&quot;: &quot;&quot;}"><img class="image-style-none" src="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/projects/TOS%20Detroit%20Donation%20of%20Clothes.jpg" width="1440" height="810" alt="" title="" /></a></figure></div></div>Wed, 10 Oct 2018 03:32:36 +0000jason2024 at http://www.theoservice.orgHoney in the Hearthttp://www.theoservice.org/presidentsdesk/honey-heart
<div class="field field-name-field-image-above field-type-image field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><figure class="clearfix field-item even"><a href="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/presidentsblog/Honey%20in%20the%20heart%20graphic%20edit.jpg" title="Honey in the Heart" class="colorbox" data-colorbox-gallery="gallery-node-2023-OP7CjOKzgrk" data-cbox-img-attrs="{&quot;title&quot;: &quot;&quot;, &quot;alt&quot;: &quot;&quot;}"><img class="image-style-none" src="http://www.theoservice.org/sites/theoservice.org/files/presidentsblog/Honey%20in%20the%20heart%20graphic%20edit.jpg" width="425" height="340" alt="" title="" /></a></figure></div></div><span class="submitted-by">October 9, 2018</span><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden view-mode-rss"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p align="center">by Ananya Sri Ram Rajan</p>
<p>It is said that <em>Buddhi</em> or “pure knowing” is seated in the heart. Such knowing is not attached to anything. It is does not come by absorbing knowledge from various books or teachers, because it is not intellectual. Yet it is conscious intelligence. It is not created over time so is not conditioned by circumstances or the world around us. And yet, its intelligence allows one to see things at a deeper level. There is no way to actually put such knowing into words because it must be experienced to be known. And it is only for the knower to know. Each experience is different depending on the person.</p>
<p>When discussing this with a friend, she referred to a person with such knowing as having “honey in the heart.” Honey, as many people know, holds several healing properties. It is antibacterial and because of its thick consistency, it also provides a protective barrier around any wound to keep it safe from infection. Honey also helps soften and condition dry skin, heals chapped lips, and is soothing on a sore throat. It is often an item a home will rarely go without. I am not completely sure <em>buddhi</em> and honey in the heart can be compared to one another, but there is some truth that those who carry honey in their hearts have a sense of “all rightness” with the world.</p>
<p>According to my friend, such people don’t seem to get too worked up about what is happening around them. They have a sense of “calm joy” which is contagious. Suddenly one feels better just by being near them. Their sense of “all rightness” with the world seems to spread and one feels safe. For such honey hearted people, life flows and they flow with it, taking it as it comes. As someone once said, they are reflective, not reactive.</p>
<p>While I am not proposing that everyone run out a buy a bottle of honey, I do wonder if there is a way to use the concept of honey in the heart as a way to soothe the difficulties we face. Too often the stress of everyday life affects the heart physically and energetically. It is a known fact that stress of any kind has a direct impact on the heart muscle, and it also determines whether we are open hearted or not. Conflict and struggles tend to make a person’s heart close because we pull in our energy in order to protect ourselves.</p>
<p>In his book <em>The Longevity Plan</em>, Dr. John Day writes about his trip to Bapan, China to visit a remote village known as Longevity Village. In Longevity Village, it is not uncommon for residents to live past the age of 100 and, according to Dr. Day, they “didn’t get sick, were not on medication, and were not seeing a doctor.” While many of us can say it is because of good genes, Dr. Day found the opposite. It is mainly due to lifestyle. He found that our DNA does not determine our destiny. We do.</p>
<p>One of the tips that Dr. Day discusses is how necessary it is for us to change our attitude and to connect with others. In fact, many of the articles on longevity state that what a number of centenarians have in common is their ability to adapt, in other words to have resilience, and a positive attitude. It is about accepting the things one cannot change but fighting for the things one can. It is also trusting that things will get better because life is forever changing. People who live to 100 have honey in their hearts.</p>
<p>Perhaps when we face a trying circumstance we can remind ourselves to take a step back from the drama that surrounds it and try to work from a place of strength and gentleness, with others and with ourselves. There is truth to the statement that seeing things from a distance tends to put things in perspective. And while it may sound a bit corny to think of honey in our hearts soothing away the bitterness we may feel toward a circumstance or a person, a simple visualization is often all we need to change how we feel physically or emotionally. And we all know that a healthy heart is often a happy one. </p>
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